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2019’s most dangerous destinations

2019’s most dangerous destinations

Josie Fowler looks at the advice given in the recent campaign Travel Aware by The Foreign and Commonwealth office, and how you can stay safe when travelling abroad
Better Buses Action Week to support regulation of Manchester’s buses

Better Buses Action Week to support regulation of Manchester’s buses

The campaign was aimed at lobbying the Mayor for greater activity on bus reform
A winter escape to Malaga

A winter escape to Malaga

Victoria Evans takes us on a trip to one of Spain’s most misunderstood cities, explaining why we all should take a sunny break this winter
RMT finally suspends Northern strike action

RMT finally suspends Northern strike action

There have been 47 separate days of industrial action over the issue of guards on trains, causing delays for passengers
Manchester transport faces a north-south divide, say councillors

Manchester transport faces a north-south divide, say councillors

North Manchester is being disproportionately affected by failures in local transport
Grayling works with Burnham on greater control over transport

Grayling works with Burnham on greater control over transport

Transport Secretary Chris Grayling promises to explore the expansion of the Metrolink in Greater Manchester
Northern Rail announces month of planned strikes

Northern Rail announces month of planned strikes

RMT strikers announce new set of dates that will last a month, affecting journeys to and from Manchester, leaving passengers “fed up”
Ljubljana for the budget traveller

Ljubljana for the budget traveller

Known for being quirky, inexpensive and rich in history, Slovenia’s capital city is quickly becoming a popular tourist destination. Praised for its commitment to improving the environment, Victoria Evans proves the city has much more to offer than cheap pints.
Your Summer break is for you to rest

Your Summer break is for you to rest

There is a growing pressure on students to make their Summer break from school and University productive rather than the opportunity for relaxation and freedom it should be, writes Cachella Smith
Stagecoach take over 147 bus

Stagecoach take over 147 bus

With Stagecoach taking over the 147 service, students will be able to travel from West Didsbury to North Campus directly for the first time
Another ‘unconventional’ gap year

Another ‘unconventional’ gap year

Alex Hope recounts his memorable experience as an anti-poaching ranger for rhinos and the challenges he faced whilst living in South Africa
Storm Emma disrupts University teaching

Storm Emma disrupts University teaching

Gusts of 77mph were recorded in Manchester on Thursday the 1st of March, with the snow showers and icy conditions affecting University teaching
The art of the weekender bag

The art of the weekender bag

Using these simple tips, you’ll be on your way to a lighter bag and an easier journey
An unconventional gap year

An unconventional gap year

Aisha Rodriguez discusses how you could get involved with ICS, a government-funded programme, which aims to meaningfully help developing countries
Art on exchange: Copenhagen’s best exhibitions in 2017

Art on exchange: Copenhagen’s best exhibitions in 2017

Calypso April, a student abroad, talks of her experiences in Copenhagen’s thriving art scene

Students launch ‘boycott First’ campaign

First bus drivers at the Rusholme Depot are paid up to £5000 a year less than colleagues working at the First’s Queen’s Road base just five miles away

Millennial railcard good but not enough, say students

The “millennial railcard” revealed ahead of the 2017 Autumn Budget and will give 26-30 year olds a one-third discount on rail tickets as of Spring 2018

Travel Story: Sarajevo’s tin can

Aisha Al-Janabi reveals why Bosnia is a country worth visiting

Travel story: a day in Brooklyn

Sophia Macpherson goes on an adventure in the trendiest part of The Big Apple

Lisbon – a must-see city

Ideal for students on a budget, this affordable city has something for everyone with its modern vibe but deep and detailed history